Stewardship Saturday at Watkins Lake
Washtenaw County Parks is holding a Stewardship Saturday, this Saturday, June 8th from 1 to 4 pm at Watkins Lake State Park & County Preserve. Come help the county remove invasive plants like Japanese hedge parsley at Watkins Lake Preserve. No registration or previous experience is necessary. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and […]
Third Thursdays returning with new additions
Downtown Manchester is bringing back 3rd Thursdays this summer! Every third Thursday each month starting in June and running through September, come downtown from 5 to 9 pm to enjoy pop-up artisan and vendor markets, food specials, fun activities, live performers and businesses open late. Like last summer, 3rd Thursday activities are a great way […]
Get Fit Manchester Health Fair at the Farmers Market this week
The Manchester Farmers Market is in full swing every Thursday at Chi Bro Park from 3:30 to 7 pm. In addition to fresh produce, plants, baked goods, and handmade items, this Thursday, May 30, the Manchester Farmers Market is hosting the “Get Fit Manchester” Health Fair. Any business or organization promoting healthy living is welcome […]
June events at Manchester District Library
Submitted by Tamara Denby, MDL Summer is just around the corner, and the staff of the Manchester District Library has a great month planned for you! Our new Writer’s Support Group will hold their first meeting on Wed. June 5 at 5pm. The meeting is open to the public and anyone interested in writing is encouraged […]
State Rep. Lasinski holding Manchester Coffee Hour
State Representative Donna Lasinski will be holding a coffee hour in the Village Room, located on the lower level of Village Hall/Manchester District Library at 912 City Road on Saturday, June 1st from 10 to 11 am. Stop in and join her for coffee and conversation about the issues that matter to you.
Vernal Pools Walk & Talk
Walking through a woods in spring you may come upon a seemingly insignificant puddle. Do not be deceived, however; these “Vernal Pools,” as they are named, play host to a significant number of species. From amphibians and birds to the otherworldly Fairy Shrimp, Vernal Pools are alive with the lives of often secretive creatures. On […]
First Annual Native Plant Expo & Marketplace and Fish Distribution set for June 1
The Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD) will host the First Annual Native Plant Expo & Marketplace on June 1 at the Farm Council Grounds (5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd) from 9 am- 2 pm. The Native Plant Expo & Marketplace offers landowners one convenient location to shop for Michigan native plants from several Michigan native plant growers, […]
Register now for the 2019 Community Garage Sale
Registration is now open for the Manchester Community Garage Sale which will be held July 19-20, 2019 from 8 am to 4 pm. Sales can be held from your home (which will be included on a map) or you can rent a spot at a central location downtown to be determined soon. Registration is $5. […]
Alumni invitations in the mail
The invitations for the 142nd annual Manchester High School Alumni Association Banquet have been mailed. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, 2019 at the high school commons. Social hour starts at 5 pm; dinner is 6:30 pm. The cost is $20 per person. If you do not receive an invitation in the mail […]
Explore habitats at Riverbend Preserve
Riverbend Nature Preserve in Bridgewater Township was established by the county 13 years ago. It is comprised of 58 acres and contains a wide, flat section of the River Raisin as well as the remains of the Clinton Branch of the Michigan Southern Railroad. If you have not had a chance to explore it yet, […]
